2010 Volvo S80 1.6L Diesel · BG60 RPO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, demonstrating a clean MOT record in its recent history. The most recent inspection conducted in May 2026 at 116,992 miles returned with no defects, indicating that the current owner has addressed previous minor issues. This follows a consistent period between 2025 and 2026 where the car passed tests without any recorded advisories or failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a sixteen-year-old luxury saloon, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per annum. There is a steady accumulation of mileage, moving from 85,249 miles in 2020 to nearly 117,000 miles by 2026. This regularity suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation, which often helps prevent the degradation of rubber seals and fluid components. The gap between the 2023 and 2025 tests shows standard intervals without unexpected spikes in mechanical strain. A buyer should pay close attention to the front geometry and suspension components. Records from 2021 to 2022 repeatedly flagged front tyres wearing on the inner edges or reaching the legal limit, which often points to incorrect alignment, worn ball arms, or failing suspension bushes. While the 2026 test showed no defects, the underlying cause of that uneven wear persists without a physical inspection of the front-end bushings and tracking angles. The windscreen shows a recurring history of damage spanning several years from 2021 to 2023. Although the latest tests are clear, the buyer should verify if the glass has been replaced. Given the age of the vehicle and the mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the arches and sills is essential, as the MOT record does not explicitly detail structural integrity beyond the pass result unless a failure occurs.